Faith Ringgold began writing children's literature in 1991. Her first book, Tar Beach won the Coretta Scott King Award for Illustrations, and was named a 1992 Caldecott Honor Book. She is an interesting author to study because her style is very unique.
Combining her talents in painting, quilt making, and storytelling to create her books sets her apart. As an African-American artist she attempts to break through traditional stereotypes. It is not unusual to meet an African-American with red hair and green eyes in her stories.
In today's multicultural society, Ms. Ringgold's work proves timely and carries an important message to our children - "We don't all have to be alike, and that for people to be different is wonderful and fine."
Through the study of her work, we can convey a message of acceptance and tolerance in our multicultural classroom. Each child in our class, though different, can represent a square in our life quilt. Alone, they are just a piece, but together they can make a beautiful story.
Beginning the Study
Talking to Faith Ringgold Book Cover
Introduce Faith Ringgold
Make a poster - including picture and information about her life.
Read aloud from Talking to Faith Ringgold
Share this interactive autobiography and complete several of the activities listed after each chapter.
Activities developed to build background and introduce author to students.
Faith Ringgold Author Study
Faith Ringgold began writing children's literature in 1991. Her first book, Tar Beach won the Coretta Scott King Award for Illustrations, and was named a 1992 Caldecott Honor Book. She is an interesting author to study because her style is very unique.Combining her talents in painting, quilt making, and storytelling to create her books sets her apart. As an African-American artist she attempts to break through traditional stereotypes. It is not unusual to meet an African-American with red hair and green eyes in her stories.
In today's multicultural society, Ms. Ringgold's work proves timely and carries an important message to our children - "We don't all have to be alike, and that for people to be different is wonderful and fine."
Through the study of her work, we can convey a message of acceptance and tolerance in our multicultural classroom. Each child in our class, though different, can represent a square in our life quilt. Alone, they are just a piece, but together they can make a beautiful story.
Beginning the Study
Make a poster - including picture and information about her life.
Read aloud from Talking to Faith Ringgold
Share this interactive autobiography and complete several of the activities listed after each chapter.
Activities developed to build background and introduce author to students.